Overcoming Challenges and Emerging in the Direct-to-Consumer Field of the Flooring Industry With Tal Atid
In this episode, John Corcoran of Rise25 hosts Tal Atid, the Co-founder of Flooret, to talk about emerging in the direct-to-consumer category of the flooring industry. Tal shares how he ended up working in his father’s flooring company, the lessons he learned, and what made him leave and eventually start his own company. He also shares how Flooret aggressively grew without much advertising, how they overcame the challenges they faced, and why good customer service is essential.
From the Peace Corps To the Arab Spring To Growing New Entrepreneurs
In this episode, host John Corcoran welcomes the Co-founder and CEO of Sky’s the Limit, Bo Ghirardelli, to the show. Bo shares the experiences that led to founding Sky’s the Limit. Bo discusses the evolution of Sky’s the Limit’s focus, talks about the benefits of establishing a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO), and shares some of the success stories made possible through his organization.
The World’s Nicest Debt Collector
On this episode, John Corcoran is joined by Christina Harbridge, MisChief Executive Officer at Allegory Inc., to talk about strategies to connect emotionally with clients to create a healthier environment. Christina talks about building her debt collection agency on the foundation of compassion, fostering emotional literacy in the workplace, and how the Entrepreneurs’ Organization helped her achieve her potential.
Overcoming a Failed First Startup To Acquire a Successful Business
On this episode, John Corcoran sits down with Corey Veverka, President at Total Validation Services, Inc. (TVS, Inc.) and the San Francisco Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), to talk about positioning yourself to become a better leader. Corey discusses how he turned a setback into a success, how the support network of like-minded leaders helped him grow, and aligning your company with technology for continued growth.
Flying on Private Jets and Helping Fight Cyber Attacks With Pat Costello
In this episode, John Corcoran welcomes Pat Costello to the show. As Co-founder and Principal of Evolve MGA, Pat shares the story of his early entrepreneurial journey and how it taught him the value of real-world feedback. He also shares the story of founding Evolve MGA and the dedication and thriftiness required to build it to where it is today. Pat discusses the value and protection cyber insurance can add to your business and the growing importance of having cyber coverage.
Running a Family Cleaning Business, Surviving Lawsuits, and Exiting During Covid With Laurie Corona
In this episode, John Corcoran of Rise25 sits down with Laurie Corona, business coach and entrepreneur, to talk about leading and exiting her family business in the wake of the pandemic. Laurie discusses getting her business back on track after the pandemic, how emerging technology can fulfill the consumer experience, and the face of exceptional leadership in trying times.
Leading a Chapter Through a Global Pandemic
In this episode, host John Corcoran sits down with Mike Simonsen, Co-founder and CEO of Altos Research, to discuss how entrepreneurs can cultivate personal development. Mike talks about mitigating difficult times during the pandemic, why collaborative placement is essential for selecting new Entrepreneurs’ Organization members, and “hacking happiness” to control your experience.
Taking a Risk and Reinventing Accounting
In this episode of the Rising Entrepreneurs Podcast, host John Corcoran welcomes the Founder and CEO of Momentum Accounting, Nikole Mackenzie, to the show. She shares stories from being a CPA and the lessons she learned that led her to found Momentum Accounting. Nikole discusses creating an exceptional customer service experience, building customer loyalty, and how much value entrepreneurs can get from being involved in EO San Francisco or any chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization.
Going From 10% Online Revenue to 70% in 2 Weeks
In this episode, John Corcoran sits down with Johanna Bialkin, the Founder and CEO of Aldea Home & Baby, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey and how she transitioned her brick-and-mortar business to online sales. Johanna explains how the pandemic impacted her business, the innovative ways she pivoted, and how being an EO member impacted her business growth.
Radically Listening and Restoring Rainforests: Innovative Ways To Solve Global Heating Problems
In this episode, Corey Veverka sits down with Kinari Webb, the Founder of Health In Harmony, to discuss the inspiration behind her nonprofit, which works to reverse the deforestation of tropical rainforests and solve global heating. Kinari explains what radical listening means and how it helps with problem-solving, the importance of rainforests to the survival of humanity, and the challenges she is facing while building nonprofits in Indonesia, Madagascar, and Brazil.